By eatmundo · July 8, 2026
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Ipovrychio, meaning 'submarine' in Greek, is a unique and traditional spoon sweet made from a thick, intensely flavored vanilla or mastic fondant, a spoonful of which is served submerged in a glass of ice-cold water. It's a delightful palate cleanser and a refreshing treat, often enjoyed during warm Greek summers.
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Ingredients
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To make the syrup (if not using pre-made), combine 500g of sugar and 250ml of water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
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Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and bring the syrup to a boil. When it boils, add the 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Boil without stirring, brushing any sugar crystals off the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush, until the syrup reaches 116°C on a sugar thermometer (soft-ball stage), about 10–15 minutes. Without a thermometer, drop a little syrup into cold water: it is ready when it forms a soft ball you can pinch together.
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Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool undisturbed, without stirring, to 50°C, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, if using mastic, crush 0.5 teaspoon of mastic resin with a tiny pinch of sugar in a mortar and pestle to a fine powder.
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Add the mastic powder, or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, to the cooled syrup. Beat vigorously with a wooden spoon or an electric mixer for about 10 minutes. The syrup will turn cloudy, then white, opaque and thick, like a stiff, smooth paste. This is the fondant.
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Transfer the white fondant to an airtight jar while it is still soft. Let it rest for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to set firm. Kept tightly closed in a cool place, it keeps for up to 3 months.
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To serve, take a tall glass and fill it with ice-cold water. The colder, the better! This is crucial for the 'submarine' effect and the refreshing experience.
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Using a spoon, scoop a generous tablespoon of the firm white fondant and carefully submerge it into the glass of ice water. The sweet will immediately harden slightly and appear like a 'submarine' in the water.
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Present the glass with the submerged sweet. The traditional way to enjoy Ipovrychio is to lick the sweet directly from the spoon, then take a sip of the cold water, repeating until the sweet is gone. It’s a wonderfully interactive and cooling experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ipovrychio?
Ipovrychio is a Greek spoon sweet: a dense white fondant flavored with mastic or vanilla. It is served on a spoon submerged in a glass of ice-cold water and eaten by licking the softened paste off the spoon.
What exactly is Ipovrychio?
Ipovrychio is a traditional Greek spoon sweet, a thick, intensely flavored white fondant (usually vanilla or mastic) served on a spoon submerged in a glass of ice-cold water.
How do you traditionally eat Ipovrychio?
The custom is to lick the sweet directly from the spoon, then take a refreshing sip of the cold water, repeating until the sweet is consumed. It's a unique interactive experience.
What is the role of mastic in some Ipovrychio?
Mastic resin, a unique product from Chios, Greece, provides a distinct piney, earthy aroma and flavor, adding another traditional dimension to this beloved sweet.
Can Ipovrychio be stored, and for how long?
Yes. Kept in a tightly closed jar in a cool place, the fondant keeps for up to 3 months, ready to be served whenever desired.
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